Why Anberlin Is Ready to Soar in "Vega" Era with New Vocalist Matty Mullins | Interview

When a longtime band needs to replace a crucial member going forward, what are they to do? Are they going to throw in the towel, or put in the work to find the perfect replacement?With this band, they not only found the perfect replacement in terms of sound, but found it in one of their oldest fans around. Now they are ready to go forward with the next chapter of the band.Christian from Anberlin and new vocalist Matty Mullins (Memphis May Fire) join the Chord Progression Podcast. On this episode, the three of us discuss:How Matty joined Anberlin, and how this was over a year in the making in terms of planning, and executing.Why writing new music is not difficult for the band, with a new vocalist who knows the in's and out's of the band's legacy and sound.The response live to the new material, and why this is the next chapter of Anberlin. One that honors the past, but looks to the future.Whether you're a longtime fan or are new to the band, no better time to enjoy than right now. Hit subscribe to discover more great bands on the Chord Progression Podcast.Find Anberlin Online:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anberlin/Twitter: https://x.com/anberlin/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anberlin/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@anberlinmusicYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/anberlinWebsite: https://anberlin.comMerch: https://anberlinmerch.comSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/5v61OSg53KaQxGMpErkBNp?si=MhPAlayYTPeEsR4lgCXBcQApple Music: https://music.apple.com/us/artist/anberlin/16269045Check out our sponsor: DarkFusion Systems!Use code "CPPOD" for $100 off of your computer build!https://darkfusionsystems.comFollow us on social media!Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/chordprogressionpodcastTwitter:https://twitter.com/cppodofficialInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/chordprogressionpodcast/YouTube:https://youtube.com/channel/UCqRKZCDMcFHIYbJaLQMfDbQChord Progression Podcast (Spotify):https://open.spotify.com/show/53XWPGrIUvgavKF5Fm6SLkChord Progression Podcast (Apple Podcast):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/chord-progression-podcast-the-gateway-to-new-rock-and-metal-music/id1454876657Chord Progression Podcast (Amazon): https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/b8dad803-444c-4a73-8aa5-67b4fc43f4baChord Progression Podcast (iHeart Radio):https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-chord-progression-70632531/Podcast Webpage:https://mysongoftheday.com/my-song-of-the-day-rock-2000-today/chord-progression-podcast/Welcome: (0:00)Back Out on the Road with Anberlin: (1:05)Matty Mullins Fronting was Years in the Making: (4:28)Writing New Music with Matty: (6:40)"Walk Alone" Comment Response: (9:21)The Live Response to Anberlin in 2024: (12:48)Teasing Beyond 2024: (16:52)3 Artists to Check Out:(18:54)Kevin's Final Thought; Matty's Inclusion is Perfect for Anberlin's Future:(25:00)